viaplay The distribution of the “value of life” for Spain (EITB) and Greece (Vodafone) has sold before that Obsession The first offer in international panorama.
The drama of six episodes, directed by Ahmed Abdullah, is inspired by the challenges facing the first Swedish United Nations Battalion, which was sent to Bosnia in 1993.
Produced by Yellowbird in joint production with ViaPlay and Arti France“A Life’s Worth” is also licensed by ARTE for France, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg and Austria; ViaPlay holds other rights of the world.
“They volunteered. Some needed a job, and others hoped to get an adventure. Many of them did not even know what this war was. They got more than they asked.”
“The United Nations is the power of peacekeeping. I read somewhere that many weapons were not working, because they were not supposed to be used. Then they realized the slaughter of people.”
Inspired by the same book, which is titled by UN soldier Magnus Ernertrom-who held the position of the exhibition advisor-needs to be “healthy” for those who have suffered from war, as it recognizes. And express their feeling of impotence.
“Quo Vadis, Aida?” [Jasmila Žbanić’s drama about the Srebrenica massacre] Show this well: People were not allowed to do anything. The colonel in our program was inspired by a real person who was not allowed to use force while protecting civilians. Argue that you cannot talk to a person with a weapon: you have to respond to the same language. ”
While Sweden has a large migrant community of Balkans, it is important to remind people of the Bosnian war, as Missiri said.
“When Russia invaded Ukraine, some said:” It is the first war in Europe since World War II. “But what about the Balkans?
Johann Reburg, the controversial colonel, remembers the events filmed in the show.
“I had a few friends who already went there. But people did not talk about our participation and politicians, it was dangerous to admit that they sent the Swedes to war. These children, who came there as a United Nations soldier … I do not know if they expected to end up in such intense situations. I really don’t think so.”
According to his co -star Eric Ing, young fighters wanted to “make a change.”
“That is why they were there. With regard to how to achieve this, well, this is another question. They were not trained soldiers; they did not know how to deal with the danger. In the series, they look at each other, think:” What do we do now? “!
Edvin Reading, Maxwell Keningham, Tony Prince, Sandra Stogglgovic and Johannes Bah, being in the actors’ team.
Riburg said the Swedish position on war and military conflicts, while “the value of life” can be considered “provocative” at home. On March 7, 2024, he became a member of NATO.
“At that time, Sweden was more strange and looks at its own business. We didn’t think we would participate in another war. Now, all the money goes to the army. It will be interesting to see how it is perceived today.”
“When this happened, Sweden was still very proud to be neutral. It was a complex war. But one of the reasons for sending United Nations soldiers [to Bosnia] It was because Sweden wanted to show that we could be part of this society, which is Europe. This was the first step. “
As for the English, respect for real events was “more important than trying to entertain the audience.” However, as MASRI noticed, armed conflict stories are not only related to death.
“It is also a matter of trying to buy bread or desire to marry. Life continues. It is amazing how quickly we adapts,” she said.
“The best way to deal with shock and all these brutal things that she sees are through humor. We needed to allow these characters and viewers to rest,” said England.
“When you are putting pressure and have a lot of anxiety, you are seeking normal life. That was my experience in Thailand, during my tsunami. After that, we were sitting on the roof of a hotel. Everyone was calm. Suddenly, one of them said:“ Anyone who cares about swimming? “We all started laughing.
He added: “These personalities are not judges what is right and wrong. The only thing they know is that the crime against innocents is a crime – whoever commits them. They are trying to find some decency in chaos.”
